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Cabinet Approves Extension of "PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana" for 5 Years.

Government Schemes | Dated: 13 Dec 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved the extension of the "Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana" (PMGKAY) for another five years, starting from January 2026. The scheme provides 5 kg of free food grains per month to 81.35 crore poor beneficiaries under the National Food Security Act (NFSA).

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The estimated expenditure for the extension is approximately Rs 11.8 lakh crore, fully borne by the Central Government.
  • It ensures food security for the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) and Priority Households (PHH) categories.
  • The scheme was initially launched during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Scheme: PMGKAY.
  • Extension: 5 Years.
  • Beneficiaries: 81.35 Crore.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

For how many years has the "PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana" been extended by the Cabinet starting from 2026?

Correct Answer: 5 Years

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Ministry of Consumer Affairs

  • Minister – Pralhad Joshi
  • Department – Food & Public Distribution